About Us

Hunton Steam Gathering was founded in 1985 by David Robinson, local landlord and steam engine enthusiast, with the help of local villagers and fellow vintage collectors. The first rally was held behind the village pub on land belonging to local farmers. It attracted more than 1000 people, far more than expected, especially as the weather was bad that year.

The show has raised a great deal of money over the years to supply play equipment, landscape the village green, buy picnic tables and seats, erect a footbridge over the beck and supply litter bins for the village of Hunton.

In 1994, for the 10th rally, the show moved to land on the outskirts of the village and the following year it expanded to a two day event with live music and a barbeque on the Saturday night.

The expansion of the rally also saw the introduction of a committee. The steam gathering has done much more than just help the village of Hunton. It has made donations of thousands of pounds to local charities, including Yorkshire Cancer, Macmillam Nurses, North Yorkshire Air Ambulance, the local village school, St Johns Ambulance and local Scout groups.

Tyne Tees celebrity Andy Kluz supported us for years presenting our trophies however this this role is now held by World Famous Stunt Driver Russ Swift who is also a great supporter of the event, attending with Classic Cars year on year. The show now attracts in excess of 10,000 people over the two days, which include events such as a large vintage tractor selection, vintage and classic cars, over a twenty steam engines, a falconry display, local food market and many more attractions to suit all the family.

In 2008, the event had to be cancelled at short notice due to flooding (see gallery). This has been the only time the event has not been held during its history.

The committee are working hard to make sure the next event is bigger and better than ever and your support will make sure the Hunton Steam Gathering continues on into the future.